Internship - Global Logistics Premiums & Apparel

Monster Energy’s Global Logistics Department is offering an exciting learning opportunity for a motivated student interested in global supply chain operations. This internship is designed to provide exposure to the logistics processes behind shipping Premiums & Apparel to international markets.

The intern will observe and assist logistics professionals in key tasks such as global shipping coordination, customs compliance, and freight procurement. This internship is structured as a hands-on learning experience, where the intern will gain industry knowledge but will not be responsible for completing tasks independently or ensuring operational success. Instead, the goal is for the intern to learn, participate, and gain insight into the logistics industry while supporting the team.

Essential Job Functions: 

Exposure to Premium & Apparel Logistics

• Learn how shipments of premiums and apparel are coordinated to global destinations.
• Observe interactions with Premiums and Apparel Specialists and Project Managers to understand vendor requirements for imports.
• Gain insight into how internal departments collaborate to meet global import requirements.
• Shadow team members who drop shipments from foreign origins to foreign destinations.

Understanding Compliance & Trade Regulations

• Become familiar with harmonized system classifications, particularly for textiles and promotional items.
• Learn about global INCOTERMS and their impact on shipping agreements.
• Observe interactions with customs brokers and gain insight into how import requirements are verified.
• Understand how compliant labels for textile materials are generated in multiple languages.
• Learn how companies maintain accurate shipping records for regulatory audits.

Introduction to Shipping & Freight Coordination

• Observe how freight bids are procured and approved by regional coordinators.
• Gain exposure to the scheduling process for ocean, air, and courier shipments.
• Learn how the global shipping log is maintained and used to track deliveries.
• Understand the process of coordinating customs clearance fee payments and archiving shipping documents.

Exploring Process Improvement & Logistics Analytics

• Learn how logistics professionals analyze freight costs and transit times to improve efficiency.
• Observe the development of logistics dashboards using Excel or vendor web portals.
• Gain exposure to best practices for optimizing supply chain workflows.

Position Requirements: 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• Strong willingness to learn and observe supply chain processes.
• Interest in international trade, logistics, and the apparel industry.
• Good communication and organizational skills to support team members when needed.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while focusing on learning rather than direct responsibility.
• Familiarity with Excel, Power BI, or Tableau for logistics analytics. (Preferred)
• Basic understanding of ERP systems like SAP or Oracle. (Preferred)
• Interest in customs regulations, trade compliance, and international shipping. (Preferred)

Base Pay Rate: $18.00/hr